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Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Oct 31, 2022

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels.

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Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

Oct 31, 2022

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.

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Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

Oct 31, 2022

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals.

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Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

Sep 30, 2022

A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance.

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Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being

Sep 30, 2022

A study finds that viewing art online can encourage positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness.

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Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption

Sep 30, 2022

Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma.

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Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture

Sep 30, 2022

A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin.

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Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk

Sep 30, 2022

Research finds that vitamin D3 and marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, can reduce the risk of invasive cancers by up to 61 percent.

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Fermented Dairy Helps Sidestep Depression

Aug 31, 2022

Research finds that consumption of fermented dairy products like kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream and buttermilk may help to reduce the risk of depression.

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Nettle Root Improves Prostate Symptoms

Aug 31, 2022

Researchers have found that nettle root significantly improves urinary frequency, urinary urgency and night urination, symptoms associated with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH).

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Vitamin E Enhances Cancer Immunotherapy

Aug 31, 2022

A study reports that vitamin E can enhance immunotherapy responses in cancer patients by stimulating the activity of dendritic cells in tumors.

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Revised Supplement Formula Slows Macular Degeneration

Aug 31, 2022

A revised version of a common nutrient formula for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) was found to reduce late symptoms an additional 20 percent compared to the original formula.

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Childhood Adventures and Team Sports Boost Well-Being

Aug 31, 2022

Research shows that playing adventurously outdoors and participating in team sports can help lower children's mental health risks.

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Take a Social Media Break to Improve Mental Health

Jul 29, 2022

A new study finds that taking a break from social media for one week can significantly improve well-being, depression and anxiety.

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Optimize Gut Health in Kids with ADHD or Autism Symptoms

Jul 29, 2022

The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.

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